Developer (Fixed Term/Secondment) in Canterbury

Department of Conservation NZ – Canterbury

Are you passionate about transforming business processes and delivering innovative solutions? $96,185.00 - $137,000.00 pro-rata depending on skills and experience. 12 month fixed term/secondment, flexible to anywhere with a DOC Office.

Our vision: Nature is thriving in Aotearoa | Te Oranga o te Ao Tūroa. The Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai (DOC) serves to protect and restore nature across Aotearoa. When nature thrives, we all thrive.

About the role:

The Developer role is dedicated to developing, delivering and enhancing the Regulatory Modernisation Programme. The core responsibility is to develop and optimise ServiceNow to ensure it aligns with the department's goals and enhances overall business performance while being assigned to a designated ServiceNow project. You will be customer-focused and will be able to share your technical knowledge effectively and contribute to problem management and planning activities.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement ServiceNow solutions for the Regulatory Modernisation Programme, tailored to organisational needs.
• Customise ServiceNow modules and applications to enhance functionality.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and provide technical guidance.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues, ensuring seamless integration and performance.
• Stay updated with ServiceNow best practices and emerging technologies to drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications:

If you have some of the following, we are keen to hear from you:

• Proven experience as a ServiceNow Developer with a strong portfolio of successful implementations.
• Proficiency in ServiceNow development, including scripting, configuration, and integrations.
• Experience with RESTful and SOAP web services integrations.
• Solid understanding of ITIL processes and how they integrate with ServiceNow.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work under tight deadlines.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Preferred ServiceNow Certification (e.g., Certified System Administrator, Certified Implementation Specialist).
• Cross module exposure is highly preferable e.g. ITSM, CSM, PSDS and FSM.

DOC places importance on developing a culture where everyone can participate, thrive, and grow. We’re working towards being an organisation that is diverse, equitable and inclusive by default. You can learn more about what we offer here.

We support flexible work arrangements for our kaimahi who are working in a wide variety of roles and locations across Aotearoa. Flexible options will be considered based on your role and in discussion with your leader.

Apply online with a CV and cover letter that highlights your relevant skills, experience and motivation for joining Te Papa Atawhai. Please note, due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to accept direct or emailed applications and provide feedback to those not shortlisted. If you require any accommodations or adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.

The salary range for this position is $96,185.00 - $137,000.00 pro-rata with the starting salary of the successful applicant being based on their relevant skills and experience. Eligibility to work in New Zealand is mandatory - this includes holding a valid work visa that covers the whole period of employment.

Due to high volumes, we are not engaging with recruitment agencies for this role. Applications close at 11:59 pm on Monday, 6 April 2026. Depending on the volume of applications received, we may close this advertisement early, so please submit your application as soon as possible.

For further enquiries please contact Hannah Young.